How Furnace Repair and Maintenance Can Improve Indoor Air Quality

The weather outside if frightful, but your furnace was made to keep your home feeling delightful. Your HVAC system keeps you snug and warm during the chilly winter months, but if your system is in need of repair it could be making you ill. As you've taken all the suggestions on how to keep your home as energy-efficient this chilly winter, you're also sealing off your home from fresh air. This could cause a rise in both allergens and pollutants. Your annual furnace repair appointment will help keep your air clean and comfortable throughout the year. There are also things you can do between your annual maintenance visits to guard your air quality and health.

Check and Change Your Air Filter

Checking and changing your furnace filter is the most critical thing you can do between furnace repair and maintenance visits. It's typically suggested that furnace filters be changed at minimum every 3 months (some longer), but it's wise to check it monthly for debris. This is especially important if you live in a home with smokers or pets. Pollen, pet dander, dust mites and various other debris more easily build up in grimy filters and that affects the health of those with sensitivities. A dirty filter will also decrease your system's efficiency and lifespan.

Regular Cleaning

It's not usually possible to open windows and let in fresh air during the winter months and your carpets and furniture will build up all types of indoor pollutants. Keep your home as tidy as possible during this chilly season. Not only will you be prepared for any pop-in guests, but you'll keep the dust from disrupting your allergies or blocking your air filter. If you don't have one already, a wise investment is a vacuum with a HEPA filter.

Furnace Repair and Maintenance

Yearly furnace repair and maintenance is not just for the life of your furnace, but also for your health. If you have a gas furnace, your home is heated by natural gas or propane. Carbon Monoxide is a natural derivative of furnace operation. When your system is operating properly, CO is channeled out of the home through an exhaust pipe. Your yearly maintenance will catch any leaks and and make sure it is operating properly.

Your home is your castle. We want to work with you in order to keep you as healthy and comfortable as possible. Call us at 404-987-5502 and talk to one of our furnace repair technicians if you have any questions about keeping your furnace and air quality in tip-top shape this season.

Total Comfort Solutions delivers dependable, quality service to homeowners in the Kennesaw community. Our experienced technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable on all HVAC products, so you’ll be confident knowing you will get the results you need. The team at Total Comfort Solutions holds themselves to high standards and are dedicated to offering the best customer service, whether you’re shopping for a new HVAC system or need maintenance on your current system. If you have questions or need assistance with your HVAC system, you can reach us at 404-987-5502 or schedule an appointment online to get started on your home comfort needs!